AnesthesiologyCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

MaineHealth Program

Anesthesiology residency program in Portland, Maine, sponsored by MaineHealth.

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About MaineHealth Program

ACGME code
0402211057
Program director
Christopher Abruzzese
Location
Portland, Maine
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
Applicants
500
Latest cycle
IMG residents
12%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

MaineHealth Program is a community-based university affiliated Anesthesiology residency program in Portland, Maine, sponsored by MaineHealth. It offers 8 first-year positions, lower than the typical Anesthesiology program (10).

In the latest application cycle the program received 500 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 12% of current residents, compared with a median of 4% across Anesthesiology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 55 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research track.

Requirements and screening

USMLE Step 1 is pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the score programs screen on. These are the details IMGs most often need before deciding whether to apply.

  • Step 2 CK minimum score
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
8
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates44%
  • US DO graduates44%
  • US IMGs6%
  • Non-US IMGs6%

Demographics

  • Women41%
  • Men59%
  • White84%
  • Asian13%
  • Black or African American3%

Contact and location

Program director
Christopher Abruzzese
Program coordinator
Kristin Johnson
Coordinator phone
(207) 662-4594
Sponsoring institution
MaineHealth

Maine Medical Center 22 Bramhall Street Portland, ME 04102-3175 Open in Google Maps

MaineHealth Program: frequently asked questions

Does MaineHealth Program sponsor visas?

Yes. MaineHealth Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is MaineHealth Program IMG-friendly?

About 12% of residents at MaineHealth Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Anesthesiology program has 4% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does MaineHealth Program offer?

MaineHealth Program offers 8 first-year Anesthesiology positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for MaineHealth Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has MaineHealth Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Anesthesiology programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 253.

Where is MaineHealth Program located?

MaineHealth Program is located at Maine Medical Center 22 Bramhall Street Portland, ME 04102-3175. Its sponsoring institution is MaineHealth.

Who is the program director of MaineHealth Program?

The program director is Christopher Abruzzese. The program coordinator, Kristin Johnson, is the usual contact for application questions.

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